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How Do Detox Patches Work?
by Mary Rickard
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Function
Detox patches use a combination of herbs and vinegars to extract toxins from the body, strengthening the immune system, improving blood circulation and reducing fatigue, insomnia, pains and headaches. Patches can be applied anywhere on the body. However, they work best on the feet overnight to remove blockages in the circulatory and lymphatic systems.
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Ingredients and Process
Detox patches are made from a variety of natural substances, including bamboo vinegar, wood vinegar, mushrooms, chitosan, dextrin, dokudami, vitamin C, loquat leaf, tourmaline. Tree extracts have negative ions that capture toxins, according to Detoxchallenge.com.
Environmental toxins collect in the body's extremities. The patches absorb those toxins through 60 acupuncture points on the bottoms of the feet, which are known as the "second heart" for their importance in energizing the body. Although the feet are the most common point of application, detox patches can also be placed on the shoulders, ankles, knees, wrists and groin.
The first patches will discolor, becoming grey, brown or black, showing that toxins have been removed. Successive patches will be lighter as the body continues to cleanse.
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Achieve Best Results
For the best results, drink plenty of water the day you plan to apply the patches, eat normally and refrain from alcohol. Soaking the feet can help with absorption by opening the pores. Wear socks while sleeping to keep skin warm and supple.
In a healthy person, five days may be a sufficient period of treatment, while a person with a high level of toxins could require 25 days of treatment. You can continue to apply detox patches once a week to maintain a healthy circulatory and lymphatic systems.
After using detox patches, natural detoxification should improve through urination and sweating. Improved sleep, improved energy, brightened facial complexion, reduced aches and quicker healing of joints and pains will result